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China Rejects U.S. Claims on Piraeus Port Ownership

11/24/2025

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On November 20, 2025, the Chinese embassy in Greece said China's 67% stake in the Piraeus port is not for sale, in response to remarks by U.S. ambassador Kimberly Ann Guilfoyle.
The embassy called Guilfoyle's remarks groundless attacks and said U.S. efforts to undermine Chinese influence reflect a Cold War mentality.
The United States aims to strengthen its presence in Greece to boost energy exports and counter Russian influence, while the State Department did not comment.

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On November 20, 2025, the Chinese embassy in Greece said China's 67% stake in the Piraeus port is not for sale, in response to remarks by U.S. ambassador Kimberly Ann Guilfoyle.
The embassy called Guilfoyle's remarks groundless attacks and said U.S. efforts to undermine Chinese influence reflect a Cold War mentality.
The United States aims to strengthen its presence in Greece to boost energy exports and counter Russian influence, while the State Department did not comment.